50 DIY Mother’s Day Cards That Little Hands Can Help Craft
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Moms and mother figures deserve love and appreciation every day of the year, but Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to go above and beyond. There are so many fun Mother's Day activities to make her feel special, like whipping up a Mother's Day brunch, but no matter how you're celebrating, make one of these cute DIY Mother's Day cards the cherry on top of her special Sunday.
Instead of making a beeline to your local drugstore card aisle, you and the kids can enjoy putting a little extra creative effort into your Mother's Day gifts this year. These totally customizable cards are a great idea for sending to your mom, grandma, daughter, and any other motherly figures in your life! Bonus points: They could make beautiful Mother's Day decorations, too. These DIY Mother's Day cards are guaranteed to touch her heart—and will instantly find a spot hanging on the fridge.
Here, you'll discover more than a few crafty ideas worth considering. Plus, these customizable DIY cards aren’t just for Mom—they’re perfect for grandmothers, daughters, or any special maternal figures in your life. Test your mom knowledge and craft a card that reflects her interests or draw up a special funny Mother's Day card that will put a smile on her face. As for what to write in a Mother's Day card? Get inspired by heartfelt Mother's Day messages or sweet mother-daughter quotes to tell her what she means to you.
Make mom feel even more special with these ideas:
Flower Button Art Card
Cute as a button! This fun project transforms colorful buttons into beautiful blossoms, turning an ordinary card into a keepsake she’ll treasure forever. Customize the flowers with her favorite colors, add a heartfelt message, and watch her light up with love.
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas For Kids.
Mother's Day Flower Activity Card
Moms everywhere will cherish this thoughtful token of love as kiddos can personalize the petals with colorful designs and sweet answers to prompts about their special bond. Plus, it's easy to assemble using the free printable.
Get the tutorial at Artsy Fartsy Mama.
Koala Mother's Day Card
This sweet card is like a hug she can hold on to forever! It showcases a cuddly mama koala hugging her tiny baby, complete with a little pouch and all the love. Using cardstock, a Cricut machine, and plenty of creativity, you can bring this cute duo to life.
Get the tutorial at Mad In Crafts.
Friendship Bracelet Card
If your momma is your best friend (why wouldn't she be?), go ahead and show her with this fun and fabulous idea. She'll get two heartfelt gifts in one: a customizable card and a handmade friendship bracelet.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
String Heart Yarn Cards
Using colorful yarn and a simple heart design, little hands can thread beautiful patterns onto sturdy cardstock. The result? A textured, charming card full of love and personality. It’s a heartfelt, handmade keepsake that Mom will adore!
Get the tutorial at Hello, Wonderful.
Mother's Day Coloring Card
Perfect for even the littlest kids, this delightful card lets them express their love with their own colorful design. Featuring options for moms, grandmas, and aunts, just simply print, color, and fold to create a one-of-a-kind treasure.
Get the tutorial at Artsy Fartsy Mama.
Patterned Mother’s Day Card
These beautifully designed printables make saying "I love you, Mom" easier and more stylish than ever! Featuring Scandinavian-inspired patterns, they’re as chic as they are heartfelt. Simply download, print on sturdy cardstock, and pair with a personal note.
Get the tutorial at Alice & Lois.
Super Mom Mother’s Day Cards
These creative Mother’s Day trading cards let kids shine by sharing why their mom is truly super. They can draw, write sweet messages, and package their custom creations beautifully. It's a fun, meaningful alternative to store-bought cards, perfect for moms, grandmas, aunts—or any wonder woman worth celebrating!
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
'Mean Girls' Mother's Day Card
Make your Mom feel like a "cool mom" with this hilarious Mean Girls-inspired printable! It's the ultimate way to show appreciation in the most fetch way possible—because she deserves to shine on her special day. You might even pair it with a fun movie night!
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
Mother's Day Paper Flower Card
How gorgeous is this project? Follow the instructions to create blooming paper flowers tucked inside a handmade envelope, each revealing heartfelt notes or cheerful designs. It’s basically a bouquet she’ll get to keep forever.
Get the tutorial at Hello, Wonderful.
No. 1 Mom Mother's Day Card
Let Mom know she's No. 1 in your heart, on Mother's Day and every day! All you have to do is print this free card and fill it with a heartfelt message for a personal touch. To turn the card into a full-fledged celebration, pair it with the matching breakfast in bed printables, then present it to her when she wakes up.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
'Secretly Your Favorite' Mother's Day Card
This humorous papercut card is guaranteed to make Mom smile, whether you're the only child or playfully competing with your siblings for the title of favorite. Create it using a Cricut machine or go the old-fashioned way, with scissors and a craft knife.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Coloring Mother's Day Cards
You can customize these floral printables in all of Mom's favorite colors. The pretty patterns are sure to impress, and she'll deeply appreciate the effort you put into creating a thoughtful coloring craft just for her!
Get the tutorial at Persia Lou.
'You're the Best' Mother's Day Card
Sometimes the simplest messages are the most heartfelt! Share a sweet "You're the best" with this floral adorned printable, and watch Mom light up with a big smile on her special day.
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
Turtle Mother's Day Card
Using cupcake liners and a few additional craft items, you can create this charming card featuring the cutest little critters. It also offers plenty of space to add a sweet, personalized note to pair with the punny "I turtley love you, Mom" message.
Get the tutorial at Coffee Cups and Crayons.
Candy Bar Wrapper Mother's Day Card
It doesn't get any sweeter than a card that doubles as a candy bar holder! This printable is simple enough for little hands to put together and even includes a touching questionnaire for the kids to fill out.
Get the tutorial at Artsy Fartsy Mama.
Tea Mug Mother's Day Card
If Mom is a tea enthusiast, she'll adore this mug-shaped card that holds a tea bag and says, "Mom, you are tea-rific." You can also customize it for coffee lovers with a fun message like, "I love you a latte!"
Get the tutorial at The Resourceful Mama.
Floral Accordion Mother's Day Card
For an irresistibly darling combo, craft this lovely flower accordion card to present alongside a stunning bouquet for Mom. Just imagine her delight when she reveals those precious family photos! For added flair, decorate the card with pretty paper craft embellishments.
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
'Treat Yourself' Mother's Day Card
If anyone deserves a day of rest and relaxation, it’s your Mom! So, surprise her with DIY cards paired with a "treat yourself" day filled with exciting surprises like sweets and mani-pedis. Consider adding a cozy gift for the perfect finishing touch.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Hugs and Kisses Mother's Day Card
How adorable are these Polaroid-style cards? They're practically picture perfect! After snapping a few shots of your kiddos against a window, edit the images, then print them out on glossy card stock for a charming finish.
Get the tutorial at Delia Creates.
Rebecca Norris is a full-time freelance writer living in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Over the past 10+ years, she’s heavily covered a range of lifestyle topics, including travel, home, beauty, style, wellness, and celebrity news. She is a graduate of George Mason University, where she earned a B.A. in Media: Production, Consumption, and Critique, along with a minor in Electronic Journalism. When she's not writing, she can be found strolling with her Jack-Chi, Cash, sipping iced matcha lattes, indulging in delicious cuisine, perusing farmer’s markets and antique sales, collecting colored glass, getting lost within the pages of a book, and exploring new bucket-list cities.
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